Kids Jiu Jitsu Classes In
Brighton, CO

Our Kids BJJ classes for children 7+ in age build confidence, discipline, and real self-defense skills in a fun, structured environment.

Lionheart’s expert coaching and Academy Safe accreditation ensures a safe, high-quality training experience that prepares kids for both life and competition.

Almost all of Lionheart’s instructors are also parents, and most of our children also attend the academy.

Read on to learn all about our classes, schedule, instructors, and safety precautions.

What is Jiu Jitsu?

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art that teaches kids how to protect themselves using leverage, technique, and control instead of punches or kicks. It’s like wrestling with purpose — your child will learn how to stay calm, stay safe, and take control if someone tries to hurt or bully them.

At Lionheart, we teach kids how to stay on their feet, escape from danger, and defend themselves if they end up on the ground — all in a fun, structured, and supportive environment.

Certified Instructors
All instructors are background checked, First Aid/CPR/AED certified, US SafeSport certified, concussion awareness trained, and have had their ranks verified. All of this is done by Academy Safe.
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The Parental Experience
We're dedicated to a great experience for everyone – kids and parents alike. Enjoy our comfortable waiting area, complimentary Keurig coffee, and high-quality photos, making your time with us stress-free from start to finish.
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Expert Instruction
Our lead kids instructors have over 70 years of experience on the mats, and have taught kids classes for years. Rest assured that your child is in good hands.
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Competition Opportunities
At our academy all children are able to compete if they would like. We'll train them to be ready, and we'll be in their corner on the tournament mat.
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No More Bullies
Our philosophy is simple. Make the bully choose someone else, talk our way out if we can't, defend ourselves as our last option.
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Children's Schedule

We currently hold  children’s classes 5 days a week for children 7+ in age. Students are, at this time, allowed to attend all classes for the monthly membership price.

All Levels classes are designed for all children to attend. Instructors play close attention to pairing the children during the class to ensure similar skill levels and sizes are placed with each other.

The Masters classes are designed for kids who are very interested in the art of jiu jitsu, and are able to pay attention for an entire class without games or other activities. Parents who also train are welcome to join these classes!

Monday: 5:15-6:15PM (Masters Kids)
Tuesday: 5:15-6:15PM (All Levels Kids)
Wednesday: 5:15-6:15PM (All Levels Kids)
Thursday: 5:15-6:15PM (All Levels Kids)
Friday: 5:15-6:15PM (Masters Kids)

Cost: $97/month

No contracts, no sign up fees, no gimmicks. Family, first responder, and educator discounts are available. Contact us for exact pricing with discounts.

Kids Instructors

The two main instructors for our children’s program are Coach Angela, and Coach Lex. They’re also assisted by the rest of the coaching staff as necessary.

Coach Angela is in charge of the program overall, with curriculum design being approved by our Head Instructor, Professor Brett.

Coach Angela has practiced Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for over a decade, and has a passion for teaching both the women’s classes and the kids.

She lives just outside of Brighton on her ranch with her husband, three children (two of whom attend Lionheart), and numerous horses.

Coach Angela Lindner - Head of Kid's Program
The other main kids instructor is Coach Lex.
 
She loves running kids classes, and they’re the highlight of her week. You’ll usually find her in the gym on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
 
She has trained Muay Thai for almost a decade, and also runs our Muay Thai program. She’s trained Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for about 4 years now as well.
 
She lives outside of Brighton with her wife, and two children (one of whom attends occasionally).
Coach Lex Champitto

Discipline, Resilience, and Responsibility

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teaches kids discipline, resilience, and responsibility by challenging them to push past obstacles and stay committed to their growth.

Through structured training, they learn to follow instructions, stay focused, and respect their coaches and teammates.

 Every class reinforces the value of perseverance—whether mastering a new technique or overcoming setbacks in training.

As they progress, children take ownership of their learning, understanding that effort and consistency lead to success. 

These lessons extend beyond the mats, helping them develop confidence, accountability, and a strong work ethic in everyday life.

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Pricing - $97/month

Lionheart currently has Colorado’s best pricing for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training.

We offer children’s classes for $97/mo with family, first responder, and educator discounts available. Please contact us directly for an exact quote on a discount.

There are never any contracts, no sign up fees, no hidden costs, no gimmicks. At this time the child may attend as many classes as they’d like for that price.

The only thing not included in the base monthly price is the child’s uniform (called a gi). We sell them for $35, or you may purchase one anywhere you’d like.

How are we able to offer our training at such a low price compared to other academies?

While it’s frequently true in life that you get what you pay for, at a certain point it becomes exploitive. The fact of the matter is that a properly ran business doesn’t need to charge $200+ a month for martial arts.

We were founded with a clear mission to bring training to as many people as we possibly can, and have been built from the ground up with a business model to support that.

So that’s what we’re going to do – bring the highest quality we possibly can at a price point that as many people as possible can afford.

Safety Information

We are fully accredited by the gold standard in safety – Academy Safe.

Academy Safe is a third-party that independently investigates and confirms all necessary information below.

See our accreditation here.

Standards for accreditation:

  •  Every instructor is thoroughly background checked.
  • Every instructor is certified in First Aid/CPR/AED and Stop The Bleed.
  • Every instructor is trained in Concussion Awareness.
  • Every instructor is certified in US SafeSport anti-abuse training.
  • Every instructor’s rank and experience are verified.
  • The facility contains an AED in working order, and full medical supplies.
  • The facility has full security camera coverage.
  • The facility has a valid business license and business insurance.

We have spent thousands of dollars and many hours of our time to ensure the facility is as safe as possible for all of our students.

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